Li Su Tan is a financial advisor at Cetera with 27 years of industry experience. She has worked with Cetera Investment Advisers and Cetera Financial Specialists since 2003 and is also the owner of Lisu L. Tan and Co., Ltd., a tax services firm she has operated since 1989. In addition to her financial work, she serves as president of the Pure Land Center and Buddhist Library in Naperville, IL. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform with access to affiliated and third-party managers.

James Ward is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Yorkville, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. He has 23 years of industry experience, all with Edward Jones since 2003. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in rental real estate ownership. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with a range of advisory programs and investment solutions, managing over $1 trillion in assets through a large nationwide network of advisors and branches.

Samuel Williams is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Joliet, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. He previously worked at Deerpath Capital and Wintrust Financial. Williams is a limited partner in several private debt funds. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and affiliated investment products through a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Mark Baleskie is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation with 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2016. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment strategies. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Kevin Allingham is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Ameriprise and Crystal Dynamics. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Castaneda is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. His previous roles include positions at Morgan Stanley and Edward Jones. He serves as treasurer for the Mill Creek Elementary Parent Teacher Organization. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. provides wealth advisory, brokerage, custody, and cash-sweep services primarily to high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers both non-discretionary investment recommendations and access to discretionary separately managed accounts, supported by multi-asset model portfolios and a centralized operational structure.

Andres Chavez is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He has experience in various roles within the financial industry, including serving as a Platinum Relationship Manager at Etrade by Morgan Stanley from 2022 to 2023, a Financial Consultant at E-trade from 2019 to 2022, and a Private Bank Fraud Services Specialist at J.P. Morgan Chase Private Bank between 2017 and 2019. His practice focuses on assisting clients through evolving economic cycles with an emphasis on planning tailored to individual needs. Andres provides guidance centered on the longevity of financial plans amid changing market conditions, maintaining transparency throughout the process to outline potential outcomes and gaps. He prioritizes meeting clients where they are today to help plan for retirement aligned with their goals. Outside of his professional work, Andres has personal interests in running and traveling.

Michael Webb is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 37 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including Fiduciary Trust and Avantax, and has operated his own tax preparation and accounting business since 1980. Webb also has experience as an insurance agent selling Medicare supplement plans. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a wide range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional accounts. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a multi-manager platform, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Michael Massaro is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds a Series 66 credential and has 17 years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Avantax Investment Services, Avantax Advisory Services, and 1st Global Advisors, with additional experience in his own CPA firm. Outside of his advisory role, he owns a commercial real estate investment company and is involved in hardware and software sales through a technology consulting business. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, corporate, charitable, and institutional clients through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a multi-manager platform with diverse portfolio management options, including model portfolios, third-party managers, and bespoke strategies, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

James Burner Jr. is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Naperville, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2006. Outside of his advisory role, he is a general partner in Burner Farms LP, a family farm in Naperville. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, supported by a large nationwide network of advisors and branch offices.

Gregory Pfaff is a financial advisor with Cetera who holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Cetera since 1996 and operates an independent tax preparation business, Accounting & Tax Associates, which he owns and has run since 1988. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a range of portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement services through a large network of independent advisors and utilizes a multi-manager platform with various program structures.

Larry Loethen is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Plainfield, Illinois, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he owns and manages several investment-related businesses, including LBL Financial Services, LLC and Stockton Wealth Management, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, serving individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad range of financial planning services, utilizing proprietary research and tools, with planning engagements typically provided on a discrete basis tailored to clients who meet certain net-worth thresholds.

Michael Bivins is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position he has held since 2025. In this role, he supports clients and their families by crafting personalized financial plans aimed at navigating complex markets and securing their financial futures. Prior to his current role, Michael worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025 and at Modern Woodmen of America from 2022 to 2023. His experience spans various aspects of financial representation and investment consulting. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael's personal interests include beach activities, family activities, and music.

Michael Murray is a financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network LLC for 11 years. Murray is also a partner in a business center in Joliet, IL, that leases office space to professional tenants. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides financial planning and investment consulting to individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers non-discretionary planning tailored to client goals, utilizing analytical tools and supports municipal and public-finance services uncommon among large institutional advisors.

Eric Anderson is a financial advisor at Ameriprise with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2022, he worked for Central States Funds for nine years. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a volleyball referee for local outdoor sand volleyball leagues. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement with substantial investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendations. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated companies.

Flavia Cardozo is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities since 2012 and at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2008. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Patrick Windle is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and previously worked at TIAA-CREF from 2005 to 2024. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including fund advisory and portfolio construction. The firm employs a blend of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic methodologies in its investment process.

Francesca Vanderwall is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2019. Before joining Edward Jones, she worked at Ulta Beauty and Crate and Barrel. Outside of her advisory role, she manages residential rental property services through Vanderwall Properties LLC. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients with more than $1 trillion in assets under management and a nationwide network of over 23,000 advisors.

Ryan Von Borstel is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2024. Prior to this, he worked as a Private Client Banker at JPMorgan Chase from 2021 to 2024. Ryan focuses on creating and implementing personalized financial plans tailored to his clients' goals. His professional experience encompasses investment consulting and private client banking. Ryan approaches finance with the understanding that money is a personal matter and aims to work collaboratively with clients to address their financial objectives. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan enjoys camping, parenthood, reading, scuba diving, and volunteering.

James Shannon is a financial advisor with Osaic Wealth, Inc. in Burr Ridge, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and having 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. for 14 years before joining Osaic in 2024. Outside of his advisory work, Shannon serves on the advisory board of Misericordia Home, which supports individuals with developmental disabilities. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad mix of retail and institutional clients through a large network of affiliated advisors and multiple platforms. The firm offers integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, including financial planning, retirement consulting, and access to third-party money managers, using asset-allocation tools and risk-tolerance assessments to manage diversified portfolios.